2004 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 186 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Laguna. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Laguna | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Laguna | Vue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |